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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LM05 BSUMOT history

LM05 BSU is a silver petrol MINI first used on 15 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 115,117 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

LM05 BSU silver MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
115,117 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 BSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 BSU was last recorded at 115,117 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 5,934 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,183 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,934 miles
Average per year
5,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,117 miles
  • 2025 – 109,183 miles
  • 2024 – 95,837 miles
  • 2023 – 77,986 miles
  • 2022 – 75,036 miles
  • 2021 – 69,867 miles
  • 2020 – 68,309 miles
  • 2019 – 62,954 miles
  • 2018 – 57,489 miles
  • 2017 – 52,369 miles
  • 2016 – 44,634 miles
  • 2015 – 36,490 miles
  • 2014 – 29,639 miles
  • 2013 – 24,278 miles
  • 2012 – 22,878 miles
  • 2011 – 20,352 miles
  • 2010 – 18,763 miles
  • 2009 – 17,383 miles
  • 2008 – 14,135 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,117 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,117 miles (+5,934)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    115,117 miles
    Test number
    746997263553
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass109,183 miles (+225)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    109,183 miles
    Test number
    720172894310
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering oil slightly licking

  3. Fail108,958 miles (+13,121)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,958 miles
    Test number
    243665081469
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps BOTH (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass95,837 miles (+17,851)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    95,837 miles
    Test number
    205270988896
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass77,986 miles (+2,950)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    77,986 miles
    Test number
    861264757925
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass75,036 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,036 miles
    Test number
    478449861403
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail75,034 miles (+5,167)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,034 miles
    Test number
    887633993299
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both side inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass69,867 miles (+1,558)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    69,867 miles
    Test number
    914323076771
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass68,309 miles (+5,355)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    68,309 miles
    Test number
    619807946248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass62,954 miles (+5,465)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    62,954 miles
    Test number
    167945299145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,489 miles (+5,120)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    57,489 miles
    Test number
    954455776783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn bald on edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass52,369 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    52,369 miles
    Test number
    744809850720
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Fail52,368 miles (+7,734)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,368 miles
    Test number
    675963095794
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded not leaking

  14. Pass44,634 miles (+8,144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    44,634 miles
    Test number
    953678921530
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded

  15. Pass36,490 miles (+6,851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,490 miles
    Test number
    259439715250
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass29,639 miles (+66)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    29,639 miles
    Test number
    296392734258
    • NoteAdvise tracking
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  17. Fail29,573 miles (+5,295)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,573 miles
    Test number
    288927824260
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteAdvise tracking
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  18. Pass24,278 miles (+1,400)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    24,278 miles
    Test number
    136951713213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteAdvise tracking
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  19. Pass22,878 miles (+2,526)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    22,878 miles
    Test number
    208301332242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,352 miles (+1,589)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    20,352 miles
    Test number
    635602431299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,763 miles (+1,380)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    18,763 miles
    Test number
    662914690108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,383 miles (+3,248)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    17,383 miles
    Test number
    283145609271
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass14,135 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    14,135 miles
    Test number
    224701468480
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNear side front tyre side wall slight damage

  24. Fail14,135 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,135 miles
    Test number
    343861168114
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNear side front tyre side wall slight damage

Questions about LM05 BSU

Does LM05 BSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM05 BSU is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM05 BSU?
The MOT on LM05 BSU is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM05 BSU done?
LM05 BSU was recorded at 115,117 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 5,535 miles a year.
Has LM05 BSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 BSU has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LM05 BSU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LM05 BSU find?
LM05 BSU passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen wiper blade defective, and 2 more.

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